Let’s get down toBUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS.

We invest in up to 6 startups per session, hosting a rigorous but rewarding program.

By the end of your experience, you’ll emerge with a working business model, a sales pipeline, and connections to the right investors and seasoned advisors. You’ll also earn a chance to pitch at our investor events in Memphis and Silicon Valley.

Programming

Seed Hatchery focuses on the unique needs of B2B tech startups, including customer development, direct and online sales, product and market validation, and fundraising strategies specifically designed to fit sales and product development life cycles.

Funding

With a network of VCs and angels, your $25,000 in seed-funding is only the beginning. Recent graduates of Seed Hatchery have secured over $2 million in additional funding via our Validation Fund, Angel Network, and other investment partners.Funding Opportunities >

Customer Access

With the unique partnerships available to you through Start Co., you get access to a network of business leaders ranging from mid-sized businesses to Fortune 100 companies. We will host mixer events, and work to introduce you to multiple companies, willing to serve as both customers and test subjects for your business.

Services & Resources

As a Start Co. founder, you’ll have access to an unparalleled suite of technical services perks and partners, as well as legal, financial, marketing, and talent-development resources.Services & Resources >

Mentors

Under the close guidance of area business leaders, entrepreneurs, and technical specialists, you’ll develop an airtight business plan, work to refine your product and place in the marketplace, tackle company operations, and even begin marketing efforts.Meet Your Mentors >

Key Partners

Innova invests in early-stage high-growth B2B technology companies, including the investment for Seed Hatchery teams. Autozone, the largest specilaity retailer in the United States, is stepping up to the plate to provide in-depth business and technical assistance to our B2B teams.